1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Challenger | 120 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
